Aircraft General Knowledge - Systems and Engines

by PadPilot

A comprehensive guide to the systems and engines of light aircraft, written for students pursuing a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) under EASA regulations. The book explains piston engine operation, propellers, fuel, oil, cooling, ignition, induction and exhaust systems, as well as aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic, environmental, and flight control systems. It combines theoretical principles with practical knowledge to help student pilots understand how aircraft function and how their systems contribute to safe and efficient flight operations.

393 pages, ebook

Published January 1, 2025

About the author

Padpilot was born in 2010, offering a new generation of pilots a richer and more effective learning experience than ever before.

Driven by a desire to raise ground training standards and pilot safety, Padpilot launched the first interactive ATPL manuals for iPad in 2011.
Since then, cadets and ATOs worldwide have downloaded hundreds of thousands of theory books. And we’re proud to partner with more than 150 academies, universities and national air forces to help deliver a productive, engaging theoretical knowledge education for the next generation of pilots.